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What things can cause women to have painful intercourse?

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Dr. Bryan Treacy answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Many: There are a variety of reasons for dyspareunia. This can be as simple as vaginal infections up to endometriosis, uterine prolapse, pelvic organ prolapse and yes, even cancer. It can be complicated to evaluate, but the answer usually is found with a good work up.

Answered 12/20/2012

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